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Oh, goodness - this is so funny! I was just sitting with my family talking about Bearizona, and we were reading up on it and deciding that we'd like to go there some day. And then I come in here and see your post! Neat!! We definitely want to go there soon. Did you do a day trip, or stay up there?

Why do you make your boys tuck in their shirts up to their chests? I always laugh when I see that... poor guys. They look so silly and it isn't their fault. What exactly is the purpose of making them look so odd?

You must be one miserable, bitter person, when that is the first thing that comes to your mind when seeing a picture of happy, smiling siblings having fun.

There are three boys in the photo. One has his shirt untucked, one has it untucked and his belly sticking out (he's one, don't trip), and one has it tucked in. That one is twelve, and if you think I still tuck his shirts for him, you have even bigger problems than I think you do. Unlike you, I don't police just where he prefers the waist of his pants to be, but it certainly isn't around his chest.

I published your comment for the amusement of my readers. I can't even make this stuff up.

Seriously, right??? He brought an entire suitcase full of candy and gifts, so much so that he had to buy clothes when he got here - ha! So yes, there may or may not have been a large booty of Kindereggs in there, too. :) Haters gonna hate!

I was so glad to see you amended your original reply to this troll. I am sure it must be difficult to deal with all of the criticism and ridiculous (and sometimes completely false) nitpicking that your blog seems to attract but how you've handled it shows your character. Good for you for fixing that, and I mean that sincerely. Karen

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I am the wife of a hard-working pastor and a stay-at-home Mom to our nine wonderful kids - Solomon (16), Isaac (15), John (13), Miriam (10), Rebecca (9), Anna (7), Stephen (5), Boaz (3), and Chloe (1).
We spend our days learning, working, playing, and putting out all kinds of fires as we serve our Lord and Saviour Jesus Christ.
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Solomon (16)

Typical firstborn. Very intelligent and logical. Loves to talk. Likes for things to be "right" and organized. Very honest and fair. Exceptional musical talent. Great helper with younger siblings. Very kind and loving.

Isaac (14)

Loves anything to do with being outdoors: riding bikes, hiking, camping, caring for animals, exploring, horseback riding, etc. Very reliable and polite. My "Mr. Fix-It" man. Never ever complains. Tough, but has a very tender heart. Devours books at incredible speed.

John (13)

Our quirky child. Funny and artistic. Precocious and empathetic. Loving older brother to his younger siblings. A bit of daredevil.

Miriam (10)

Beautiful and sweet. Kind and mothering with her younger siblings. Loves being by my side 24/7. My big helper. Has a great sense of style.

Rebecca (9)

Full of energy. Smart and mischievous in a very loveable way. Very tidy. Loves to help with anything she can. Dotes on her younger siblings. Daddy's girl, bookworm.

Anna (7)

Sweet girly girl. Loves pretend playing with her siblings and her dollies. Wants to be a big girl like her sisters. Tenderhearted.

Stephen (5)

Full of energy. Loves to climb onto anything. Wild and rambunctious. All boy, and always happy. A smaller version of his dad, with whom he shares his name and birthday.

Boaz (3)

This little guy is an extra special blessing after a complicated twin pregnancy. Mellow and easy-going. Chatterbox. Smart cookie with a heart of gold.

Chloe (1)

Currently the youngest member of our family. A precious little doll that brightens all of our lives. Smiles, coos, gives kisses, and brings joy every day.